Clinical trials
Brain Imaging clinical trials
Below are recruiting brain imaging clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 189 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06866379Recruiting
Brain study on alcohol use disorder: septal nuclei
This study uses brain scans (fMRI) to look at a small area deep in the brain called the septal nuclei, which may play a role in alcohol use disorder. It aims to understand how the brain's structure and activity relate to heavy drinking, which could lead to better treatments.
FrederiksbergAges 30–65 - NCT07509125Recruiting
Ultra-high resolution PET brain scans for aging, dementia, and psychosis
This study uses a new ultra-high resolution PET scanner to look at brain changes in healthy aging, dementia, ALS, movement disorders, and psychosis. It aims to better understand these conditions and improve imaging techniques.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18–90 - NCT05582785Recruiting
MRI scan evaluation for children without added sedation
This study checks how well a special MRI machine setting (low-field MRI) works for outpatients who are children. It may help your child get an MRI without extra sedation added for the study.
Kansas City, MissouriAges birth–22 years - NCT05663281Recruiting
Imaging treatment plan for blocked brain or neck arteries
This study uses special MRI “vessel wall” imaging to better understand blocked arteries in the brain or neck, confirmed on a scan. It aims to help analyze imaging findings to guide treatment decisions and reduce problems from artery blockage.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT02619890Recruiting
Brain tumor registry using clinical and brain scan information
This study collects information about people with brain gliomas, including what treatments they receive and what their brain scans show. It’s meant to help researchers better understand these tumors and how they respond to first- or second-line therapy.
SeoulAges 18 years+ - NCT03067467Recruiting
MRI scan study of brain tumors using special carbon imaging
This trial uses a special MRI scan that shows how “metabolism” (how cells use fuel) differs in brain tumors. It may help researchers better understand tumor biology and how tumors may respond to treatment, without using chemotherapy or radiation as part of the study.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–70 - NCT06081036Recruiting
Normal brain volumes from fetal MRI scans
This study looks at past fetal MRI scans to create a map of normal brain growth in babies before birth. It may help doctors better understand what healthy brain development looks like.
MarseilleAges 5 months–9 months - NCT07635329Recruiting
Home Vision Therapy Guided by Brain Scans
This study tests whether vision rehabilitation exercises done at home, guided by brain imaging, can help people regain vision after a stroke, brain injury, or tumor. Participants will use brain scans to personalize their therapy.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06247449Recruiting
MRI screening for brain metastases in aggressive breast cancer
This trial uses an MRI scan to look for early signs of breast cancer spreading to the brain in people with certain aggressive breast cancer types (triple-negative or HER2-positive) that are stage IIb or III. The goal is to find and treat brain metastases earlier, before they cause symptoms.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT04708613Recruiting
Brain testing study for former football players and controls
This study looks at how the brain and thinking may be affected by playing professional football, using brain scans and thinking tests. It also compares former players with similar men who did not play organized football beyond high school.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 29–59 - NCT06244472Recruiting
New brain scanner for fast brain imaging
This study uses a new type of brain scanner (MEG) to take very fast pictures of brain activity. It's for healthy people or those who've had a mild concussion recently.
BronAges 18–70 - NCT07758270Recruiting
Brain scan study for multiple sclerosis treatment switch
This study looks at how a new pill for multiple sclerosis (MS) affects brain inflammation and immune cells. It may help people who are already taking an MS medication but want to switch to a different one.
St Louis, MissouriAges 40–70 - NCT04781972RecruitingPhase 4
Brain scan study of ADHD effects from methylphenidate
This study uses brain imaging (MRI) to see how methylphenidate affects brain activity in people with ADHD. It may help doctors better understand how this medicine works and who benefits most.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 6–40 - NCT07222306Enrolling by invitation
Cannabis, brain inflammation, and suicidal thoughts brain imaging study
This study uses brain scans to see how cannabis affects inflammation and suicidal thoughts. You may join if you're already in a related study and can safely undergo MRI and PET scans.
Detroit, MichiganAges 19–69 - NCT04658628Recruiting
Brain scan study to learn who responds to spinal cord stimulation
This trial uses brain imaging to understand which people with long-lasting low back pain are more likely to benefit from spinal cord stimulation (SCS). If you’re being considered for an SCS trial, the scans may help researchers predict response and improve future care.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT06881147Enrolling by invitation
Physiotherapy and Botox for Neck Dystonia
This study tests whether combining physiotherapy with Botox injections can improve neck control in people with cervical dystonia. It also looks at how 'sensory tricks' (like touching your face) help the brain control symptoms, using brain scans to understand why.
Milan, ItaliaAges Any age - NCT07444034Recruiting
Study of a Portable Head MRI Scanner
This trial is testing a new, portable MRI machine that only scans your head. It may be easier and more comfortable than a standard MRI.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06673966Recruiting
Schizophrenia brain and immune health study
This study looks at how immune system health relates to brain changes in people with schizophrenia. It uses brain imaging and electrical activity tests to understand these connections.
Changsha, HunanAges Any age - NCT03910010Recruiting
Brain scan study to study pain-related body signals in fibromyalgia
This study uses MRI brain scans to look for body “signals” (biomarkers) that may relate to chronic pain, including fibromyalgia. It may help researchers better understand what’s going on in the brain for people with long-term pain.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18–75 - NCT04159662Recruiting
Brain scans to study thinking in schizophrenia and depression
This study uses brain imaging to better understand how thinking works in people with schizophrenia or major depression. Your results may help researchers learn what brain patterns match different thinking and symptoms.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18–60 - NCT04443179Recruiting
Baby brain scans in England to study early development
This study does brain imaging (brain scans) in babies to better understand early brain development and how factors like family history and COVID-19 might relate to development. It may help researchers learn which babies could need extra support later.
LondonAges 16–75 - NCT04783103Recruiting
Brain scan study of stimulation for depression in older adults
This is a pilot study that uses brain imaging to see how a brain “neuromodulation” approach may affect depression in people age 65 and older. You would be screened for depression severity, medication history, and safety limits, and then be asked to keep your depression medicines stable during the study.
Jette, Brussels CapitalAges 65 years+ - NCT05216770RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Brain-scan study of voice dystonia and tremor
This early study uses brain and voice-related testing to better understand what is happening in the brain in people with laryngeal dystonia or voice tremor. The results may help scientists learn more about these conditions and how they differ from healthy voices.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT05240352Recruiting
Personalized brain stimulation help for bipolar depression anhedonia
This study looks at using brain scans to better tailor transcranial direct current stimulation (a noninvasive brain stimulation) for people with bipolar depression who feel little pleasure. It aims to see whether matching the stimulation to your brain signals can improve symptoms like anhedonia.
Houston, TexasAges 18–50
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for brain imaging?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 189 recruiting brain imaging studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a brain imaging trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a brain imaging trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.